The Sensory Panel Leader will provide necessary leadership and training for the Descriptive Panel as well as appropriate support for the Consumer Product Intelligence Team, Taste Panels and cross-functional partners as needed.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Panel Leadership: co-develops training processes, materials, and methods for the Trained Panel and will lead training sessions for Trained Panel. Assesses panelist performance, provides feedback & opportunities for improvement. Communicates with Trained Panel as needed.
Applies technical skills and sensory science expertise to ensure test protocols and procedures are followed and information recorded.
Participates in planning and executing laboratory and team activities to meet project and team goals. Demonstrates an awareness and consideration of the opinions and feelings of others. Maintains a collaborative/cooperative working relationship with coworkers. Receives and acts on feedback in a constructive manner.
Applies communication and project management skills to coordinate with CPI and cross-functional partners to ensure best practices are followed.
This position is part-time and expected to average 25-29 hours per week. Weekly schedule may be somewhat flexible, however most work is expected to occur Monday thru Thursday.
Education/Experience
Bachelors degree with preferable relevant work experience.
Effective communication skills.
Organized and strong attention to detail.
The hourly range for this role is $63,760 - $95,640.
About Land O'Lakes, Inc.
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Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.
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